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Replying to: fedlawman (Jun 25, 2007 3:03 pm) However, it is important to realize that such an adjustment will need to be made only under a subset of the operating conditions. In other words, many drivers will not see these conditions. Unless we know what the subset is, and what the actual effects are, we can't say for sure what the overall affect on fuel economy will be. Lower octane gas actually contains more energy per volume, so it is possible that for most drivers under most operating conditions, that they will see a fuel economy increase, but I don't have enough info to make that assertion. Where I live at ~5000 feet above sea level, 87 octane gas would likely never force the engine to retard the timing. In fact, where I live, they sell 85 octane gas as "regular." 87 is the mid grade and 91 is "premium".
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Replying to: tradscott (Jun 26, 2007 9:09 am) The lower energy by volume is what allows the compression ratio to be bumped up for higher performance. With a high compression engine, you litterally get "more bang for the buck" with 91 octane gas. In my opinion, If I wanted to save 20 cents at the pump and spent the vast majority of my time on the highway, I would have saved $10,000 and bought an Accord.
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Replying to: fedlawman (Jun 26, 2007 11:47 am)
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Replying to: nj2pa2nc (Jun 26, 2007 12:25 pm) Let me rephrase that since the 2008 tsx is already out. Will the next TSX get an up graded I4(210hp?) and the RDX's 2.3l Turbo with 250hp and 270lbs ft? Not to mention the 2.2l CTDI diesel engine.... That on the Sports4 is to die for...  -Cj |
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I was contemplating the TSX and narrowed the competition to the Mazda 6. About the same list price new, but probably better deals on the 6. Found a 2005 6 loaded, and went with that. The V6 power is fun with a manual. The one we bought has leather, auto climate, Bose stereo, roof, etc, so comparable to the TSX. We lost Homelink, memory seats, and Ipod link. I think the 6 is a much better looking car. If we bought new, we probably would have gone with the TSX, better colors, easier to find one, as the option list is so small, just pick color, trans and nav or no nav. Probably would have had to order a 6 equipped as we wanted. So, forget the ugly Altima and uglier Accord, look at a Mazda 6.
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Replying to: scottmsimpson (Jun 26, 2007 6:57 pm) |
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The wife and I were looking into adding a Mazda 5 door touring sedan to replace my commuter 97 Honda Accord (nothing wrong with Accord, just a lot of miles). The Mazda does sound good on paper and it has a lot of value compared to other cars in its class (love the 4 doors + hatchback feature). Our 06 TSX has really spoiled us with its luxury appointments, technology, fit/finish, and balance of power/economy compared to the Mazda I-4 (didn’t want the Ford V-6). The TSX isn’t really that much more $$$ compared to a similarly equip Mazda. Unfortunately, the Mazda resell value doesn’t come close to the TSX down the road. We decided to keep the Accord and wait on the all new TL/TSX down the road or reconsider the RDX if they make a few improvements. |
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Replying to: mf15 (Jun 26, 2007 7:11 am) At least with the auto, it certainly isn't fast off the line, especially if you're comparing to an Altima with a V6. |
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I think the RL has a Active Noise Cancelling system in-built to reduce the cabin noise, has anyone come across any such system for the TSX? I am looking for an aftermarket ANC system that could perform the same function of noise cancellation using the existing car speakers. Btw, I am planning to get this for my 2007 TSX. Let me know if anyone of you knows of any website/shop that sells this kind of system.
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Replying to: orion75 (Jun 28, 2007 11:01 am) |
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